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author: Ethan Chlebowski
source: https://www.cookwell.com/recipe/braised-beef-tacos
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# Braised Beef

## Salt & sear the chuck roast

1. [Salt] the [chuck roast] and let it brine for 30 minutes.
2. Optionally, dry brine it in the refrigerator overnight.
3. Set a dutch oven over high heat and add a drizzle of [oil].
4. Add the roast to the pot and let it sear on each side until browned.

## Make the braising liquid

1. Add (1500 ml)[water] to a large bowl or container and add (15 g)[beef bouillon paste], (25 g)[guajillo chile powder], (25 g)[cumin], (10 g)[cayenne pepper], and (30 g)[tomato paste]. Blend it or mix it together.

## Braise the beef

1. Set the oven to 275°F/135°C.
2. Add (6 cloves)[garlic] to the pot with the roast and let it toast for a few minutes.
3. Add all of the braising liquid and cover. Place inside the oven and let it braise for 5-6 hours.

## Shred the beef & fry tortillas

1. Once it's finished braising, shred the beef and then add it back to the juices.

Ultra-tender beef.